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The Chicago White Sox are in the middle of an abysmal 2024 season. Things recently got even worse for the 15-40 Sox, as starting pitcher Mike Clevinger is reportedly headed to the injured list, according to Vinnie Huber of CHGO Sports. “Mike Clevinger has been scratched from tonight’s scheduled start and is heading to the […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks can clinch an NBA Finals appearance with a victory on Tuesday in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals. Dallas currently holds a 3-0 series lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves, but PJ Washington made it clear while speaking to reporters after shoot-around on Tuesday that he does not want to […]

The Dallas Mavericks will enter Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals with some question marks. They do hold a 3-0 lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves, but Luka Doncic, Dereck Lively II, and Maxi Kleber are among the Mavs players listed on the injury report. While news isn’t great on the Lively front, Kleber has […]

The Boston Celtics lead the Indiana Pacers 3-0 in the Eastern Conference Finals. Boston has an opportunity to clinch an NBA Finals appearance on Monday in Game 4. However, the Celtics are dealing with some injury trouble. Kristaps Porzingis has already been ruled out for the contest with a right soleus strain. Jrue Holiday is […]

Shohei Ohtani’s Los Angeles Dodgers career did not begin the way he wanted. Ohtani performed well on the field, but it was revealed that his interpreter Ippei Mizuhara stole money from him for gambling purposes. The two-way phenom still managed to maintain his focus and play at an MVP-level on the field. On Monday, Ohtani […]

The Dallas Mavericks provided multiple important injury updates on Monday. Mavericks' Game 4 injury report: Luka Doncic (knee, ankle): QuestionableDereck Lively II (neck): DoubtfulMaxi Kleber (shoulder) QuestionableOlivier-Maxence Prosper (ankle): Out#OneforDallas — Joey Mistretta (@JoeyMistretta_) May 27, 2024 Dereck Lively II suffered an injury scare in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals against the Minnesota […]

In 2021, Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns said he was the greatest shooting big man ever. Towns had a chance to truly showcase his ability in the 2024 NBA playoffs. His comments are aging rather poorly against the Dallas Mavericks in the Western Conference Finals, though. Towns’ comments initially upset Mavs fans as Dirk Nowitzki […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks currently lead the Minnesota Timberwolves 3-0 in the Western Conference Finals. Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic have performed well in the series as Dallas is just one victory away from an NBA Finals appearance. One interesting dynamic of the Mavs is the relationship between Irving and head coach Jason Kidd. […]

The Dallas Wings defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 84-83 on Sunday. It was a competitive contest that saw the Wings emerge victorious in the end. Wings head coach Latricia Trammel offered a passionate admission following the win, via the Dallas Wings on X (formerly Twitter). “Yeah, that’s why I was bragging on them in the […]

DALLAS — Anyone who has followed the Dallas Mavericks during the NBA playoffs will tell you that Dereck Lively II has played an important role in the team’s success. At just 20 years old and in his first NBA season, Lively has stepped up for the Mavs. However, he suffered an injury scare on Sunday […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks lead the Minnesota Timberwolves 3-0 in the Western Conference Finals. Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic led the way once again in the Mavs’ Game 3 116-107 victory over the Timberwolves. Discussions have even started to emerge about Irving and Doncic potentially being the best backcourt of all-time. Mavs head coach […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-107 in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals on Sunday night to take a 3-0 series lead. Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic led the Mavs with 33 points each. PJ Washington added 16 points in the win. Dallas entered the 2024 NBA playoffs as the […]

Luka Doncic was listed as probable on the NBA injury report for each of the first two games of the Western Conference Finals. He ended up playing in both games, but the Mavs star is on the injury report once again for Game 3. Maxi Kleber (shoulder) and Olivier-Maxence Prosper (ankle) have already been ruled […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks will enter Game 3 with a 2-0 series lead in the Western Conference Finals. Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards understands that Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are more than capable of leading Dallas to victory in the final minutes of games. On Sunday morning after the Timberwolves’ shootaround, he discussed […]

The Dallas Mavericks have jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference Finals over the Minnesota Timberwolves. After earning a competitive Game 1 victory, Dallas narrowly defeated Minnesota in Game 2 on Friday by a final score of 109-108. A late Luka Doncic three-pointer ultimately sealed the win for the Mavs. The Timberwolves […]

The Dallas Mavericks narrowly earned a 109-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night to take a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference Finals. Minnesota led for a significant portion of the game, but Dallas never gave up. The Mavs made things especially interesting in the fourth quarter but found themselves trailing by two […]

Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-105 in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. Dallas is looking to take a 2-0 series lead with another road victory on Friday in Game 2. Doncic, however, is on the injury report once again. Luka was listed as probable with a right-knee sprain […]

Paul Skenes already looks like a star at the MLB level. He throws a rather effortless 100 MPH to go along with a quality repertoire of breaking pitches. Skenes and his girlfriend Olivia Dunne, who was a gymnast at LSU while Skenes pitched for the baseball team, have drawn a lot of attention since the […]

The Dallas Wings have high expectations for the 2024 WNBA season. Dallas is dealing with some injury trouble, but they still feature enough potential to make noise during the ’24 campaign. Maddy Siegrist, who is currently in her second season with the Wings, has an opportunity to have a breakout performance in 2024. Siegrist is […]

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner is currently battling a strained left hamstring. He was placed on the injured list in early May as a result. Turner’s injury timeline recently received an important update, as MLB.com reports that the 30-year-old is expected to return at some point in early or mid-June. Turner was also seen fielding […]

The Houston Astros currently hold a 22-28 record. The American League West has been a mediocre division at best in 2024, so Houston is still in third place and just five games behind the first-place Seattle Mariners. Still, it has been a disappointing campaign for a ballclub that has found no shortage of success over […]

The Dallas Mavericks are seven wins away from a championship. The Mavs earned a pivotal Game 1 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on the road Wednesday. Dallas won 108-105, as Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving led the way. Doncic finished the game with 33 points, six rebounds, and eight assists. Irving had 30 points, five […]

The Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves will go head-to-head in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals on Wednesday night. Luka Doncic is among the Mavericks players listed on the injury report, however. Maxi Kleber (shoulder) and Oliver-Maxence Prosper (ankle) have already been ruled out. Doncic, meanwhile, is battling knee and ankle issues. It should […]

The San Diego Padres reportedly placed second baseman Xander Bogaerts on the injured list Wednesday with a fracture in his left shoulder, per Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune. The injury occurred Monday against the Atlanta Braves. Acee also provided an update on Bogaerts’ injury timeline. “Xander Bogaerts has a fracture in his left […]

DALLAS — In 2021, Karl-Anthony Towns made a claim that caught Dallas Mavericks fans’ attention. Towns said that he is the “greatest big man shooter of all-time,” which immediately caused Mavs fans to mention Dirk Nowitzki’s name. “Honestly man, I ain’t gotta play like nobody. I’m me,” Towns said in December of 2021, via Jon […]

Kobe Bryant is remembered as a Los Angeles Lakers legend. He was a terrific player who knew how to win championships. In fact, Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese immediately thought of Kobe and Shaquille O’Neal’s dynasty with the Lakers after receiving the opportunity to hold the Larry O’Brien Trophy. “What’s up Larry (Larry O’Brien Trophy), […]

The Western Conference Finals is expected to be a competitive series as the Dallas Mavericks prepare to battle the Minnesota Timberwolves. Minnesota is the favorite in the series, but Dallas is confident nonetheless. The Mavericks-Timberwolves clash will feature a combination of elite star-power and intriguing roster depth on both sides. Neither team will back down […]

With the Minnesota Timberwolves set to host the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals on Wednesday night, guard Mike Conley is listed on the injury report. Conley has been dealing with a right soleus strain. The injury will be something to monitor during the Mavericks-Timberwolves series. Conley is the only Timberwolves […]

LeBron James believes in Caitlin Clark’s ability. Clark has received some criticism since joining the WNBA, but LeBron issued eye-opening support for the Indiana Fever rookie during the latest episode of the Mind the Game Podcast. “The one thing that I love that she’s bringing to her sport, more people want to watch,” James said […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are heading into the Western Conference Finals as underdogs, at least according to many analysts. The Minnesota Timberwolves were the No. 3 seed heading into the NBA playoffs, while Dallas was No. 5. However, Mavs breakout playoff star PJ Washington is not buying the underdog narrative. “I mean, I don’t […]

The Dallas Wings were defeated by the Atlanta Dream 83-78 on Tuesday night. Dallas is now 1-2 to begin the 2024 WNBA season. For new Wings forward Monique Billings, who was signed following Natasha Howard’s injury, the game represented an opportunity to play against a team she spent six seasons with. Billings performed well in […]

DALLAS — The Minnesota Timberwolves are the favorite according to many analysts heading into the Western Conference Finals. All season long, though, the Dallas Mavericks have made it clear that they do not care what anyone has to say. Dallas believes in their ability to win games and they have consistently upset the odds. PJ […]

Gerrit Cole may be able to return from the injured list in June. The New York Yankees ace reportedly threw 22 pitches on Tuesday amid his injury rehab. “Gerrit Cole threw to hitters today. 22 pitches per Cole. Felt sharp. Said fb (fastball) came out at 96mph & Matt Blake told him to dial it […]

The Chicago Cubs made multiple roster moves on Tuesday. Shortstop Dansby Swanson was activated from the 10-day injured list. Infielder Luis Vasquez was recalled from Triple-A as well, while outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and infielder Miles Mastrobuoni were both optioned to Triple-A in corresponding moves, the team announced. Swanson’s activation from the injured list is the […]

DALLAS — Dirk Nowitzki is often seen attending Dallas Mavericks games. He is a franchise legend who led Dallas to an NBA championship in 2011. Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd addressed the impact on the current team of having a legend like Nowitzki attend games. “It’s great,” Kidd said on Tuesday after practice. “You’re talking […]

Do you want to own the jersey that Babe Ruth wore when he seemingly called his shot against the Chicago Cubs in the 1932 World Series? Great, it will only cost you around $30 million! Well, that is at least what director of sports auctions Chris Ivy of Heritage Sports auctions revealed, via Dan Hajducky […]

Anthony Rendon was once regarded as one of the better players in MLB. His time with the Los Angeles Angels has been disappointing due to not only underperformance, but constant injury concerns. Rendon is currently dealing with a hamstring injury and he addressed the issue on Monday, via MLB.com. “It feels good, it’s just been […]

Bronny James has received no shortage of attention for a few years now. The attention was expected given the fact that he is LeBron James’ son. With the 2024 NBA Draft right around the corner, Kendrick Perkins recently went on a rant while speaking on ESPN about all of the coverage surrounding Bronny, via Tyler […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves will go head-to-head in the Western Conference Finals. Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves enter the series as the favorite, but Luka Doncic and the Mavs have consistently found ways to upset the odds. Maxi Kleber, the Mavericks veteran forward, is dealing with a shoulder injury, however. Dallas […]